Denier - Odo I ND (1012-1044) front Denier - Odo I ND (1012-1044) back
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Denier - Odo I ND

 
Silver 1.14 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Lordship of Déols (French States)
Lord
Odo I the Elder (1012-1044)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1012-1044
Value
1 Denier (1⁄240)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.14 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#378812
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Degraded Karolus monogram.

Script: Latin

Lettering: +DOLEO CIVEƧ

Translation: City of Deols.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Odo I, who was the Count of Déols and also the Bishop of Chartres. This coin is a rare example of a coin that was minted by a religious leader, and it highlights the unique political and religious landscape of medieval France.